Madisonville - Tchefuncte River Mouth and Environs

Louisiana · Southeast

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Madisonville - Tchefuncte River Mouth and Environs is a productive birding destination in Louisiana, with 239 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Lesser Scaup, Mourning Dove, and Common Gallinule among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

3/6/2026Joyce WMA1 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

3/6/2026Joyce WMA1 observed

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

Selasphorus platycercus

3/4/2026Shady Oaks2 observed

Calliope Hummingbird

Selasphorus calliope

3/2/2026Abita Springs, Yard1 observed

White-faced Ibis

Plegadis chihi

2/27/2026Big Branch Marsh NWR--Lake Rd.2 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

2/24/2026Joyce WMA1 observed

Vermilion Flycatcher

Pyrocephalus rubinus

2/24/2026Manchac WMA1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Bufflehead

213/6/2026

Inca Dove

13/6/2026

Mourning Dove

173/6/2026

Killdeer

63/6/2026

Laughing Gull

13/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

73/6/2026

Royal Tern

13/6/2026

Common Loon

23/6/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

113/6/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/6/2026

Brown Pelican

43/6/2026

Merlin

13/6/2026

Marsh Wren

13/6/2026

Carolina Wren

13/6/2026

Gray Catbird

13/6/2026

Northern Mockingbird

13/6/2026

White-throated Sparrow

13/6/2026

Savannah Sparrow

83/6/2026

Swamp Sparrow

23/6/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

253/6/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Madisonville - Tchefuncte River Mouth and Environs for birding?
The best months to visit Madisonville - Tchefuncte River Mouth and Environs for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Madisonville - Tchefuncte River Mouth and Environs?
Notable species at Madisonville - Tchefuncte River Mouth and Environs include Lesser Scaup, Mourning Dove, Common Gallinule, Killdeer, Spotted Sandpiper. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Madisonville - Tchefuncte River Mouth and Environs?
Birding at Madisonville - Tchefuncte River Mouth and Environs is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Madisonville - Tchefuncte River Mouth and Environs?
Madisonville - Tchefuncte River Mouth and Environs offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.